Pittsburgh Half Marathon Recap

I have to admit, the Pittsburgh Half Marathon is arguably my favorite race. Partially because of hometown pride, partially because it is a challenging course, and mostly because it’s a community-supported event. Initially, I was going to type out another mile-by-mile recap of the race, but I decided to post the highlights instead:

Cheer teams featuring pit bulls in tutus (the Human Society), greyhounds, Native American dance troops, a lone bongo drummer, and a drum line

A full choir performing on the steps of its church

Local businesses handing out gummy worms and oranges to runners

Food trucks offering free food for race spectators

Neighborhood parties with beer

A pastor giving pre-race blessings and allowing runners to use the church’s bathrooms